The University of Greenwich is pleased to announce the Early Applicant Postgraduate Scholarship for new international students enrolling in full-time postgraduate taught programmes for the September 2026 intake. This scholarship offers a £3,500 tuition fee discount to eligible self-funded international students who apply early, accept their offer, and meet the required deposit deadlines.
The University of Greenwich traces its roots back to 1890 as Woolwich Polytechnic, established to provide practical education for local communities in London. It gained university status in 1992 and has since grown into a modern public university known for teaching and research. Today, the University of Greenwich welcomes students from around the world and offers a wide range of programmes across its historic and contemporary UK campuses.
Table of Briefs
| Detail | Information |
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| Scholarship Name | Early Applicant Postgraduate Scholarship |
| Award Amount | £3,500 tuition fee discount |
| Eligible Students | New international postgraduate taught students |
| Application Required | No automatic award |
| Intake | September 2026 |
| University | University of Greenwich |
| Mode of Study | Full-time postgraduate taught |
Background
The Early Applicant Postgraduate Scholarship was introduced by the University of Greenwich to encourage early, well-prepared applications from international students planning to study in the UK. Recognising that timely planning plays a crucial role in a successful study-abroad journey, the university designed this scholarship to reward students who submit complete applications early, accept their offers promptly, and meet deposit deadlines.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Early Applicant Postgraduate Scholarship, students must meet all of the following conditions:
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Apply for a postgraduate taught programme by 18:00 (UK time) on 27 March 2026
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Accept the offer and pay a full £3,000 deposit by 1 May 2026 or within 28 days of receiving the offer (if later)
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Be a self-funded international fee-paying student
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Be joining the University of Greenwich for the first time
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Study on a UK campus starting September 2026
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Enrol in the first year of a postgraduate taught programme
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Pay the deposit only via the Flywire platform
Note: Students applying to courses that require interviews will still receive the full 28-day decision period after their offer is issued, provided the application was submitted by 27 March 2026.
Benefits
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Value: £3,500
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Type: Tuition fee discount
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Applied: After registration not deducted from the deposit
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Combination: Cannot be combined with any other University of Greenwich scholarship or bursary
This award is designed to ease the financial burden of tuition fees and encourage early commitment to postgraduate study.
Application Process
No separate application is required.
If you meet all the eligibility criteria and deadlines, the scholarship will be automatically awarded by the university.
However, students must ensure:
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A complete application is submitted by the deadline
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All supporting documents passport, transcripts, etc. are uploaded
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Any additional documents requested by the university are provided promptly
Incomplete applications may result in ineligibility.
Important Dates
Application Deadline: 27 March 2026.
Conclusion
The Early Applicant Postgraduate Scholarship is an excellent opportunity for organised international students who are confident about studying at the University of Greenwich. With £3,500 off tuition fees and no separate application, it’s one of the simplest ways to reduce study costs in the UK provided you plan ahead and meet every deadline.